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Superb Japanese Meiji (19thc) Bronze Statue (Okimono) of the Shogun’s Horse by the Maruki Company
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Superb Japanese Meiji (19thc) Bronze Statue (Okimono) of the Shogun’s Horse by the Maruki Company

19th century
Sold 7 October 2024 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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Japanese 19thC Bronze Okimono of the Shogun’s Horse by the Maruki Company. Beautifully cast, the stallion is depicted standing four square with its head slightly uplifted, on a beautiful wooden base. It’s tack is realistically modelled and embellished with the Tokugawa mon, a seal mark underneath reading Maruki sachu seisaku (manufactured by the Maruki Company). The lid of the original tomobako wooden box (see photo) contains an inscription reading Rogata chudo sei, Zuisei zo (Cast bronze made in lost wax, a horse of the Shogun, made by Zuisei), with a red seal mark for Zuisei. Measure 36cm long x 27cm high x 12cm wide, weight 5.05kg. It does not come with the wooden stand.

Lovely condition and patina.

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Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Bronze Horse Okimono to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
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SA946713
Dealers Internal Reference
AD632/24
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Japanese 19thC Bronze Okimono of the Shogun’s Horse by the Maruki Company.
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Beautifully cast, the stallion is depicted standing four square with its head slightly uplifted, on a beautiful wooden base.
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

It’s tack is realistically modelled and embellished with the Tokugawa mon, a seal mark underneath reading Maruki sachu seisaku (manufactured by the Maruki Company). The lid of the original tomobako wooden box (see photo) contains an inscription reading Rogata chudo sei, Zuisei zo (Cast bronze made in lost wax, a horse of the Shogun, made by Zuisei), with a red seal mark for Zuisei. Measure 36cm long x 27cm high x 12cm wide, weight 5.05kg. It does not come with the wooden stand.

Lovely condition and patina.

Free UK shipping

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Bronze Horse Okimono to the 19th Century.

Height
27cm (10.63")
Width
36cm (14.17")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA946713
Dealers Internal Ref
AD632/24
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2021
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Archive I A dark bronze sculpture of a harnessed horse standing on a polished wooden slab base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Superb Japanese Meiji (19thc) Bronze Statue (Okimono) of the Shogun’s Horse by the Maruki Company

Archive II A dark bronze sculpture of a harnessed horse standing on a polished wooden slab base. View II
Archive III A dark bronze sculpture of a harnessed horse standing on a polished wooden slab base. View III
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Archive IX A dark bronze sculpture of a harnessed horse standing on a polished wooden slab base. View IX
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Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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A dark bronze sculpture of a harnessed horse standing on a polished wooden slab base.
Superb Japanese Meiji (19thC) Bronze Statue (Okimono) of the Shogun’s Horse by the Maruki Company
Ref: SA946713
A dark bronze sculpture of a harnessed horse standing on a polished wooden slab base.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Statues
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialBronze, Wood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsEquine anatomy, Harnessed saddle, Detailed mane, Natural wood base
  • SizeH 27 cm (11 in) x W 36 cm (14 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

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The Meiji period spans from 1868 to 1912, marking an era when Japanese metalworkers combined traditional casting techniques with international influences, producing highly detailed decorative objects and sculptures for both domestic and export markets.

These sculptures are typically produced using the lost-wax casting method, utilising high-copper alloy bronzes often finished with chemical patination to achieve deep brown, black, or red tones.

Authentic pieces generally feature hand-chiselled surface detailing, naturalistic anatomical proportions, proper patination consistent with age, and maker signatures or foundry marks either cast directly into the metal or applied via inlaid plaques.

Placing a sculptural metal object on a clean-surface accent furniture piece allows the materials texture and form to serve as a focal point without visual competition from surrounding decor.

Maintenance requires gentle dusting with a soft, dry cloth. Chemical polishes, abrasives, and moist environments should be strictly avoided to protect the original patination and prevent metal degradation.
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